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13. TROUBLESHOOTING

Error Message

Problem

Solution

The system is not functioning 

properly.

Unload the battery, wait for 1 

minute and repower it. 

Temperature taken is higher 

than 100.0°C/212.0°F in the ear 

mode or 42.2°C/108.0°F in the 

forehead mode.

Temperature taken is lower 

than 0°C/32.0°F in the ear 

mode or 34.0°C/93.2°F in the 

forehead mode.

Ambient temperature is higher 

than 40.0°C/104.0°F.

Ambient temperature is lower 

than 16.0°C/60.8°F.

Please check if the steady 

battery icon is the only symbol 

shown on the display.

Battery should be replaced 

immediately.

Please check if the battery has 

been loaded correctly.

Reinstall the battery. Check 

the polarity of the battery.

Summary of Contents for RX551

Page 1: ...Ear Forehead Dual Digital Thermometer ...

Page 2: ...s for Use Ear Mode 5 Directions for Use Forehead Mode 6 Fever Alarm 7 Changing from Celsius to Fahrenheit 8 Memory Storage 9 Measuring Surface Temperatures 10 Care and Cleaning 11 Battery Replacement 12 Technical Specifications 13 Troubleshooting 14 Lifetime Warranty INSTRUCTIONS EAR FOREHEAD DUAL DIGITAL THERMOMETER RX551 ...

Page 3: ...nge Measurement This thermometer offers a wide measurement range feature from 0 C to 100 0 C 32 0 F to 212 0 F meaning the unit can be used as a forehead or an ear thermometer to measure body temperature or it can be used to measure surface temperature of the following Milk surface temperature in a baby s bottle Surface temperature of a baby s bath Ambient temperature Measurement in a Matter of Se...

Page 4: ...or other liquids For cleaning please follow the instructions in the Care and Cleaning section Do not use the instrument if there are any signs of damage Do not attempt to repair the instrument Earwax in the ear canal may cause a lower temperature reading Therefore it is important to ensure the patient s ear canal is clean A basic physiological effect called vasoconstriction can occur in the early ...

Page 5: ...d not as domestic waste Do not use this device close to strong electromagnetic fields such as mobile telephones or radio installations Keep a distance from such devices when using this unit WARNING Use of this thermometer is not intended as a substitute for consultation with your physician Ensure that children do not use the instrument unsupervised some parts are small enough to be swallowed It is...

Page 6: ...s collected through the lens and converted to a temperature value Temperature readings obtained by scanning above the eyebrow area will provide the greatest accuracy Ear Measurement This thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from the eardrum and the surrounding tissue This energy is collected through the lens and converted to a temperature value The measured reading obtained directly from ...

Page 7: ...essing the ON OFF button The last measurement reading will automatically be shown on the display for 2 seconds with the M icon 3 The thermometer is ready for use after you see the icon on the display screen and one beep is heard 4 Straighten the ear canal by gently pulling the middle of the ear back and up 5 Place the probe firmly into the ear canal press the START button and keep the probe in the...

Page 8: ...Forehead Probe underneath the measuring probe you will see a small silver button When attaching the forehead probe line up the silver button with the extended plastic piece on the inside of the forehead probe 2 Press the ON OFF button The last measurement reading will automatically be shown on the display for 2 seconds with the M icon 3 When the icon is displayed on the screen and a beep sound is ...

Page 9: ...not take a measurement while or immediately after nursing a baby Do not use the thermometer in high humidity environments Do not move the measurement device from the measuring area before hearing the thermometer beep Always take the temperature in the same location since temperature readings may vary according to location Before measurement remain in a stable environment and avoid exercise and bat...

Page 10: ... button for 5 seconds after 5 seconds the current measurement scale C or F icon will flash on the display Change the measurement scale between C and F by pressing the START button When the measurement scale has been chosen wait for 5 seconds and the unit will automatically enter the ready for measuring mode 8 MEMORY STORAGE This thermometer recalls the last 12 readings Recall mode Press the START ...

Page 11: ...e beep sounds the thermometer is ready for use 3 Aim the thermometer probe at the desired surface and press the START button 10 CARE AND CLEANING Use an alcohol swab or cotton tissue moistened with alcohol 70 Isopropyl to clean and disinfect the thermometer casing and the measuring probe Ensure that no liquid enters the interior of the thermometer Never use abrasive cleaning agents thinners or ben...

Page 12: ...it in the direction shown Remove the battery and replace with a new one 12 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Type Dual Ear Forehead Mode Thermometer Measurement range Ear Mode 0 C to 100 0 C 32 F to 212 0 F Forehead Mode 34 C to 42 2 C 93 2 F to 108 0 F Resolution 0 1 C F Measurement accuracy Forehead Mode 1 C 0 31 9 C 2 F 32 0 F 89 5 F 42 3 100 0 C 2 F 108 1 F 212 0 F Ear Mode 0 2 C 32 C to 42 2 C 0 4 F 8...

Page 13: ...s when the unit is turned ON The display light will be GREEN for 5 seconds when a measurement is completed with a reading less than 37 5 C 99 5 F The display light will be RED for 5 seconds when a measurement is completed with a reading equal to or higher than 37 5 C 99 5 F Operating Temperature Ear Mode 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F Forehead Mode 16 C to 40 0 C 60 8 F to 104 0 F Storage Temperature ...

Page 14: ... standard Device corresponds to the requirements of the standard for infrared thermometers EN12470 5 ASTM E 1965 IEC 60601 1 IEC 60601 1 2 Electromagnetic Compatibility Device fulfills the stipulations of the standard IEC 60601 1 2 ...

Page 15: ...rehead mode Temperature taken is lower than 0 C 32 0 F in the ear mode or 34 0 C 93 2 F in the forehead mode Ambient temperature is higher than 40 0 C 104 0 F Ambient temperature is lower than 16 0 C 60 8 F Please check if the steady battery icon is the only symbol shown on the display Battery should be replaced immediately Please check if the battery has been loaded correctly Reinstall the batter...

Page 16: ...Please include your full name address and daytime phone number or email address Type BF applied part Batteries and electronic devices must be disposed of in accordance with the locally applicable regulations not with domestic waste Read the instruction manual carefully before using this device especially the safety instructions and keep the instruction manual for future use BPA Free IP21 Protected...

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